DIY Painted Eggs

04.11.2017 By Aerie in aerie Tags: Aerie, Aerie Blog, Aerie DIY, Aerie How To, crafts, Cuba, DIY, DIY Blog, DIY Craft, DIY Easter Eggs, DIY Painted Eggs, Easter, Easter Egg DIY, Easter Eggs, How To, La Habana, Painted Eggs View Comments

Our painted eggs are inspired by La Habana and the colors of Cuba! All you need is food coloring and paint markers, then don’t be afraid to go beyond the pattern and create your own designs. Every egg is beautiful!

DIY Painted Eggs

WHAT YOU NEED:

White or brown eggs
Food coloring or egg dye
Paint markers

DIY Painted Eggs

STEP 1:

Start out with a plain egg, brown or white, whichever best matches the background of the pattern you’re replicating. *If your background is heavily colored, use food color or dye to match it.

DIY Painted Eggs

STEP 2:

Starting from the middle and working your way out, recreate the center design and the most basic shapes in the pattern.

DIY Painted Eggs

STEP 3:

Continue working outward. Fill in the more intricate details and designs, alternating colors as needed.

DIY Painted Eggs

STEP 4:

Add any finishing touches or fix any mistakes, then let those babies dry!

Check out some of our Aerie associate’s Cuba-inspired eggs below and share yours by tagging @Aerie in your insta posts!

DIY Painted Eggs

If you love our DIY Painted Eggs, be sure to check out more of our crafts on the blog!

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Mardi Gras Treats

02.28.2017 By Aerie in aerie Tags: Aerie, Aerie Blog, Blog Post, Celebration, Dessert, DIY, Mardi Gras, Mardi Gras Celebration, Mardi Gras Party, Mardi Gras Recipe, Mardi Gras Treats, party, Recipe, recipes, Snack, Snacks, Sweet, Sweets, Treat, Treats View Comments

Treat yourself this Tuesday– no need to be in NOLA to celebrate Mardi Gras!

WHAT YOU NEED:

6 cups crisped rice cereal
3 tbsp butter
1 package (10 oz.) marshmallows
Purple candy melts
Star shaped silicone mold (optional)
Green, gold and purple sugar pearls
Green, gold and purple sprinkles

WHAT TO DO:

Melt butter in a large saucepan over low heat.
Add marshmallows and stir until they’re melted and combined.
Remove mixture from heat and add it to cereal until it’s evenly coated.
Coat a 13 x 9 inch pan with cooking spray, pressing mixture evenly into pan.
Let cool and cut into small rectangles.
Melt purple candy according to instructions and pour into molds.
Reserving half, dip the treats into the melted candy, as much or as little as you’d like.
Decorate using the cooled star candies, sugar pearls and sprinkles.

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10 Ways To Celebrate U-Day

02.08.2017 By Aerie in aerie Tags: 10 Ways, 10 Ways To Celebrate U-Day, Aerie, Aerie Blog, Aerie Blog Post, Aerie Guide, Aerie Real, AerieREAL, Celebrate, DIY, Guide, How To, Love Yourself, Loving Yourself, Self Love, Treat Yourself, U-Day, V-Day, Valentine's Day View Comments

Forget V-Day. This year is all about U-Day! Make yourself happy and celebrate everything you love about U. Need a little celebration inspo? Read on for some of our fave U-Day plans.

10 Ways To Celebrate U-Day

Have a spa day. Splurge for the pros or DIY at home: add flowers to your bath and settle in!
Make a fancy dinner just for U. Finally cook the recipe that’s been on your list forever. Dress up, light some candles and dig in.
Get moving! That spin class you’ve been putting off? Sign up and sweat it out!
Give yourself a break. Life can be crazy. Make time for a reading day, binge watch a new show or just take an extra-long nap. Sometimes doing nothing can be the best way to recharge.
Go on an adventure. Is there a museum close by you’ve been wanting to check out? A trail you’ve been wanting to hike? GO!
Sweet stuff! Eat all the ice cream, all the donuts and all the chocolates.
Sign up for a class. Was taking up a new hobby on your New Year’s resolution list? Make time to try it out for U-Day.
Treat yourself to something new! Get a pretty new bralette and undie set, and lounge around in it all day.
Have a girls day. Girl time is the best time. Spend your U-Day with your friends!
Love yourself! The most important part of U-Day is self-love. Today and every day, celebrate everything you love about U.

What are your U-Day plans? Comment below & tell us!

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Healthy Cranberry Almond Granola Bar Recipe

01.18.2017 By Aerie in aerie Tags: Aerie, Aerie Blog, Aerie Blog Post, Aerie Recipes, Blog Post, DIY, food, Health Food, Healthy, Healthy Cranberry Almond Granola Bar Recipe, New Year New You, On The Go, Recipe, recipes, Snack, Snacks View Comments

Be the best you with these healthy cranberry almond granola bars. Packed with protein and vitamins, these energy-boosting snacks will keep you feeling satisfied and full of pep for yoga class, work or whatever comes your way!

Healthy Cranberry Almond Granola Bar Recipe

WHAT YOU NEED:

2 cups whole almonds, roasted or raw
2/3 cups dried cranberries
2/3 cups puffed rice cereal
1/2 cup coconut flakes (unsweetened)
1 tbs. hemp seeds*
1/3 cup brown rice syrup
2 tbs. honey
1 tsp. vanilla extract

*Optional, may substitute chia or flax seeds

Healthy Cranberry Almond Granola Bar Recipe

WHAT TO DO:

Line an 8×8 baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients and mix thoroughly.
In a small saucepan, combine brown rice syrup, honey and vanilla over medium-high heat.
Bring mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes or until temperature reaches 260°.
Pour it over dry mixture, stirring quickly to coat all ingredients evenly.
Quickly pour mixture into a lined baking sheet, pressing firmly into an even layer.
Let bars cool to room temperature (about 30 minutes), then lift parchment paper from dish.
On a cutting board, cut the form into bars.
Store in an airtight container for up to 10 days.
ENJOY!

Healthy Cranberry Almond Granola Bar Recipe

What’s your go-to health snack? Comment below and tell us!

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Power Up Smoothie Recipe

01.12.2017 By Aerie in aerie Tags: Aerie Blog, Aerie Cooking, Aerie Recipes, Blog Post, DIY, Fruit, Health, Helathy, How To, New Year, New Year New You, Power Smoothie, Power Up, Power Up Smoothie Recipe, Quick and Easy, Receipe, Recipe, recipes, Smoothie, Smoothie Recipe, Smoothies View Comments

Power up your winter with a fruity smoothie! This bright drink is full of vitamin C and antioxidants, aka all the good stuff you need for a healthy start to your year.

Power Up Smoothie Recipe

WHAT YOU NEED:

1 cup frozen strawberries
3/4 cup frozen raspberries
1/2 cup frozen blueberries
2 kiwis, peeled
1 cup almond milk or juice of your choice

Power Up Smoothie Recipe

WHAT TO DO:

Let frozen fruit thaw for about 10 minutes
Place it into blender and add kiwi and almond milk or juice
Blend on high until it reaches a smooth consistency
Garnish with more fruit
ENJOY!

Power Up Smoothie Recipe

What are your favorite smoothie combinations? Comment and tell us below!

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Mocha Peppermint Holiday Cookies

12.21.2016 By Aerie in aerie Tags: Aerie Blog, Aerie HAULiday, Aerie Holiday, Aerie Recipes, Christmas Cookies, Cookies, DIY, Holiday, Holiday Cookies, Holiday Ideas, How To, Mocha Peppermint Holiday Cookies, Recipe View Comments

These festive cookies are a must for cookie swaps, parties or for keeping all to yourself!

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WHAT YOU NEED:

1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tsp peppermint extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup + 2 tbsp unsweetened natural cocoa powder
1 tsp baking soda
2 tsp espresso powder or 1 tbsp instant coffee granules
1/8 tsp salt
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
8 oz. chopped white chocolate
3 large candy canes, crushed

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DIRECTIONS:

Beat butter for 1 minute on medium speed until it’s creamy and smooth.
Add both types of sugar and continue to beat on a medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Turn up to high speed, and mix in egg, vanilla and peppermint extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, espresso powder and salt.
Add flour mixture to wet ingredients and mix at a slow speed until completely combined.
Continue to beat on high and add in the chocolate chips.
Chill for at least three hours or overnight.
Remove cookie dough and bring to room temperature.
Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll dough into small balls and place onto lined baking sheets.
Bake cookies for 8-9 minutes and allow to cool for an additional 5 minutes on the sheet.
Melt white chocolate (make sure you don’t burn it!)
Dip each cookie halfway into the melted chocolate and place on wax paper.
Before the chocolate hardens, sprinkle crushed candy canes onto each cookie.
Place in the refrigerator to help chocolate set completely.
Enjoy!